counselling
Relationships Counselling
Our counsellors work with heterosexual and same sex couples, and other kinds of relationships (e.g. siblings, parent/child) to help you explore and address relationship difficulties.
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Sessions are offered free of charge and all counsellors are Diploma qualified, registered with their professional body (COSCA or BACP) and receive regular practice supervision. As a member of the Relationships Scotland network all our counsellors meet their high practice standards.
Individual Counselling
Our counsellors offer free and confidential one-to-one appointments to help you explore difficulties in relationships or to address a range of issues such as anxiety, anger, stress, depression and the impacts of trauma. The number of sessions offered depends on individual circumstances and will be agreed between the client and counsellor.
All counsellors are Diploma qualified, registered with their professional body (COSCA or BACP or BABCP) and receive regular practice supervision. As a member of the Relationships Scotland network all our counsellors meet their high practice standards. Click here to find out more.
Substance Misuse Counselling
We provide free specialist counselling to help reduce or stop misuse of alcohol or drugs. The Counsellors use a range of approaches, depending on the individual, which may focus on prevention, where an individual may be at risk of substance misuse; recovery for individuals who are ready to make changes to their substance use; and person-centred counselling to explore the underlying issues contributing to the substance use.
For every person affected by drugs/alcohol, research has shown that 11 members of their family and friends may be affected. Children and families affected by a loved one’s substance misuse can also access a range of other specialist services and support.
Single Session Therapy
All new counselling clients are offered a single session of therapy, free of charge, within a week of referral (unless this is not appropriate to the individual’s circumstances). Following this session, clients who need further therapy will be placed on the waiting list for counselling.
Single Session Therapy involves a client and therapist (counsellor) working together with the intention of addressing a specific problem or concern to help the client move forward, with the knowledge that more help and support is available if needed. For more information about this approach…
Young People Counselling
We have Counsellors trained and experienced in working with young people. They offer free and confidential one-to-one appointments to help you explore difficulties in relationships or to address a range of issues such as anxiety, anger, stress or depression.
All counsellors are Diploma qualified, registered with their professional body (COSCA or BACP) and receive regular practice supervision. As a member of the Relationships Scotland network all our counsellors meet their high practice standards.
Play Therapy
Play Therapy is a specialist form of therapy for children, provided free of charge, which can help where psychological and emotional conditions are causing behavioural issues and/or preventing children from realising their potential.
We have two fully qualified Play Therapists accredited through PTUK and listed on the Professional Standards Authority register of Play and Creative Arts Therapists. They work with children usually aged 5 – 12 although this can vary depending on the individual child.
COUNSELLING, MEDIATION & FAMILY SUPPORT
GET IN TOUCH
We provide a range of confidential counselling, mediation and family support services free of charge. Please get in touch if you think we can help you or someone you know. We will respond to your message within 1 working day. An initial appointment is usually offered within 5 working days.
Please contact us by email at [email protected] or call us on 01856 877750.
